Retro-Bit Origin8 2.4GHz NES & NES Switch Online Controllers Announced

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Published on July 20, 2023 1:21:41 AM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9FZYzosRfs

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Getting good quality controllers to be able to play Nintendo Switch Online NES or Famicom games can be a bit of a challenge. You can use the Switch Joy-Cons, which are functional but not very comfortable. You can spend money on Nintendo's own NES or Famicom-style controllers, but those aren't always the best either. The team over at Retro-Bit put their heads together and come up with a new controller from their Platinum series of controllers for the NES online games on the Switch. Plus, they appear to also be compatible with actual NES hardware! These are the Origin8 controllers.

Order the Origin8 Controllers at https://castlemaniagames.com/products/origin8?ref=RoXolid

From Retro-Bit:
Retro-Bit’s Platinum Collection of retro-inspired controllers has arrived in the 8-bit era with the Origin8. It takes inspiration from the classic NES® era of gaming but is re-engineered to accommodate 4-shoulder buttons, Home, and Screenshot buttons. The included Turbo switches will alleviate thumb stress as you rapid-fire your way through the classics. You will also experience a stable 2.4 GHz wireless connection with the included receiver that supports compatibility with most USB®-enabled devices providing a retro experience on today’s consoles to relive our gaming origins.


Features and Specs:

- Includes USB® and NES® wireless receivers
- Optimized for NSO's classic libraries
- Compatible with USB®-enabled devices via USB® Receiver
- Compatible with original or 3rd party NES® consoles via NES® Receiver
- Additional ZL and ZR shoulder buttons
- Features Home and Screenshot buttons
- Turbo switches built in for rapid fire for A & B
- 500 mAh battery with USB-C fast charging
- 3ft/1m USB-C to USB charge cable included
- Utilizes the new V2 chip

I don't know about you but I am super excited to see these coming down the pipeline, and for only $25 these look to be a super option! Add in the option to use it on both the Switch and actual NES Hardware, and I am sold. Let me know your thoughts on these in the comments!

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